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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetradrachm - Antiochos VI Dionysos Antioch on the Orontes 170 143 BC
170 (143 BC) year| Silver | 16.58 g | 31.5 mm |
| Issuer | Seleucid Empire (Seleucid Empire (305 BC - 64 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Antiochos VI Dionysos (145 BC - 140 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 170 (143 BC) |
| Calendar | Seleucid era |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.58 g |
| Diameter | 31.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#425167 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The Dioskouroi, holding reins and couched lances, on horses rearing left; to right, TPY above monogram above ΣTA; OP (date) below; all within wreath of laurel, ivy, and grain ears.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΝΤΙΟΧΟΥ
ΕΡΙΦΑΝΟΥΣ ΔΙΑΝΥΣΟΥ
TPY ΧΑ
ΟΡ ΣΤΑ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the king, Antiochos VI Dionysos, with a beard and wearing a royal diadem, while the reverse side shows the god Apollo seated on an omphalos, surrounded by Greek inscriptions. This fusion of Hellenistic and Persian elements reflects the cultural diversity of the Seleucid Empire, which spanned across much of the ancient Near East and was known for its blending of different cultures and traditions.
